SABAH MALAYSIA - the best insider tips for vacation, holiday & travel

Sabah is the eastern most state of Malaysia in the northern most tip of Borneo Island in Malaysia is one of the busiest tropical escapade tourist destinations in Asia, not only because of its unique topographical features having majestic mountains, primordial rainforests, magnificent caves, and beautiful coral reefs, but also because its diverse wildlife and vibrant melting pot of cultures. The region has than 30 indigenous groups who migrated from areas like the Philippines, Indonesia, China, and even Caucasians resulting from being under British rule in the 1960’s.
The capital – Kota Kinabalu is renowned for having legendary parties and a pulsating nightlife scene while the city’s international airport that is only 10 minutes away from the city centre is know to be one of the busiest ports in the Southeast Asian region.

Climbing Mount Kinabalu and seeing urangutans and other wildlife at Malaysia’s first UNESCO world heritage site, visiting the Sabah Museum, shopping for handicrafts and jungle produce at open air Gaya Street Sunday Market, white water rafting at Kiulu or Padas River, diving or snorkeling around the beautiful islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park are just some of the many invigorating activities that tourists can take pleasure in.

Sabah has a humid and warm tropical climate throughout the year but best avoid the monsoon season during Oct-Apr to make the most out of your romantic getaway, relaxing escape, or family adventure holiday.